Core Insights - National Fuel Gas Company (NFG) reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 adjusted operating earnings of $1.64 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.50 by 9.3% and increasing 65.7% from the previous year's figure of 99 cents [1][9] - Total revenues for NFG were $531.8 million, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $617 million by 13.8%, but reflecting a 27.4% increase from $417.4 million in the prior year [2] - Operating income rose to $230.3 million from an operating loss of $51.4 million in the year-ago quarter, aided by a 35.7% reduction in total operating expenses to $301.6 million [4][5][9] Revenue Breakdown - Utility segment revenues reached $157.4 million, a 26.1% increase from $124.8 million in the year-ago quarter [3] - Exploration and Production and Other segments generated revenues of $303.9 million, up 37.6% from $220.9 million in the previous year [3] - Pipeline and Storage and Gathering revenues amounted to $70.5 million, showing a slight decrease of 1.7% from $71.7 million in the year-ago quarter [3] Production and Operational Highlights - Seneca produced 112 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of natural gas, an increase of 15 Bcf or 16% from the prior year, driven by new Utica pads in Tioga County [6][9] - Interest expense on long-term debt was $34.3 million, up 4.3% from $32.9 million in the previous year [5] Financial Position - As of June 30, 2025, NFG had cash and temporary cash investments of $39.3 million, slightly up from $38.2 million as of September 30, 2024 [7] - Net cash provided by operating activities for the first nine months of fiscal 2025 totaled $862.3 million, compared to $868 million in the same period last year [7] - Capital expenditures for the first nine months of fiscal 2025 were $627.3 million, down from $684.2 million in the prior year [7] Guidance and Future Outlook - NFG revised its guidance for fiscal 2025 adjusted earnings per share to a range of $6.80-$6.95, incorporating third-quarter results and lower expected realized natural gas prices [10] - The company expects capital expenditures for fiscal 2025 to be between $890-$955 million, slightly adjusted from the previous range of $885-$960 million [11] - Production for fiscal 2025 is now anticipated to be in the range of 420-425 Bcf, up from the previous estimate of 415-425 Bcf [11]

Core Viewpoint - Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) is set to release its third-quarter fiscal 2025 results on August 6, with an earnings surprise of 3.8% in the previous quarter [1] Group 1: Factors Impacting Q3 Earnings - Strategic investments in modernizing transmission and distribution systems are expected to enhance service reliability and positively impact the bottom line [2] - An expanding customer base and the implementation of new rates in service regions are anticipated to contribute positively to earnings [3] - Higher distribution revenues and lower interest expenses are likely to support ATO's quarterly results [3] - Increased operation and maintenance expenses, along with higher depreciation and amortization, may negatively affect the bottom line [4] Group 2: Earnings Expectations - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is $1.17 per share, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 8.3% [5] - The revenue estimate stands at $940.91 million, indicating a year-over-year improvement of 34.1% [5] Group 3: Earnings Prediction Model - The current model does not predict an earnings beat for Atmos Energy, with an Earnings ESP of 0.00% and a Zacks Rank of 3 [6][7] Group 4: Industry Comparisons - New Jersey Resources (NJR) is expected to report an earnings beat with an Earnings ESP of +11.77% and a Zacks Rank of 3 [8] - ONE Gas (OGS) is also likely to achieve an earnings beat with an Earnings ESP of +3.22% and a Zacks Rank of 2 [10] - MDU Resources Group (MDU) is projected to report an earnings beat with an Earnings ESP of +20% and a Zacks Rank of 2 [11]

Group 1 - RGC Resources, Inc. will host its quarterly conference call and webcast to review the results of its fiscal third quarter 2025 on August 13, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. eastern time [1] - Related presentation materials will be available on the Company's website prior to the call [1] - Interested parties can access the conference call by dialing toll-free 1-877-304-9269 and entering conference identification number 917621 [2] Group 2 - An archive of the webcast will be available for one year on the Company's investor information page [2] - RGC Resources, Inc. provides energy and related products and services to customers in Virginia through its operating subsidiaries Roanoke Gas Company and RGC Midstream, LLC [2]

Group 1 - The company, Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc., will host its second quarter earnings conference call on August 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET [1] - A news release will be issued before the markets open on the same day [1] - The conference call will be available via live webcast on the company's website [1] Group 2 - Participants can join the call using the telephone number (800) 836-8184 or the international number (646) 357-8785 [2] - If unable to attend live, a digital replay will be available starting one hour after the call, accessible by dialing (888) 660-6345 or (646) 517-4150 [2] - The digital replay will be available until 4:30 PM ET on August 13, 2025, with the replay code 15251 [2]

July 29, 2025 Forward-looking statements and use of non-GAAP measures This presentation contains "forward looking statements," including Spire Inc. ("Spire") management's guidance regarding the impact of the proposed transaction on Spire, including the potential impact on earnings per share and the return on equity and other potential economic benefits to Spire. The forward-looking statements are intended to be subject to the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of ...

Core Points - Black Hills Corp.'s natural gas utility subsidiary in Kansas received approval for new rates from the Kansas Corporation Commission, allowing recovery of approximately $118 million in system investments since the last rate filing in 2021 [1][2] - The approved settlement will generate approximately $10.8 million in new annual revenues and migrate about $4.4 million in annual rider revenue to base rates, resulting in a total annual base rate revenue increase of $15.2 million, effective August 1, 2025 [2][3] - The settlement allows the continued use of the Gas System Reliability Surcharge (GSRS) for safety-focused pipeline replacements and includes a new insurance tracker with deferred accounting treatment [3] Company Overview - Black Hills Corp. is a growth-oriented utility company based in Rapid City, South Dakota, serving 1.35 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states: Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming [4]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.30 on a GAAP basis and $0.29 on a non-GAAP basis for Q2 2025, compared to $0.36 in Q2 2024 [25][4][7] - The non-GAAP EPS results for Q2 2025 reflect a 19% decrease year-over-year, primarily due to the timing of capital recovery mechanisms [25][26] - The company reaffirmed its 2025 non-GAAP EPS guidance range of $1.74 to $1.76, indicating an 8% growth at the midpoint from the 2024 non-GAAP EPS of $1.62 [9][42] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Houston Electric Service territory is experiencing strong load growth, with a forecasted peak load increase of 10 gigawatts by 2031, representing nearly a 50% increase in peak demand [10][11] - Year-over-year sales trends show an 8% increase in weather-normalized commercial and industrial sales for the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The load interconnection queue has grown by 6 gigawatts, or more than 12%, since the first quarter call, driven by diverse economic activities including data centers and advanced manufacturing [10][11] - The company anticipates a significant increase in capital expenditures, with a total capital investment plan now at $53 billion through 2030, reflecting a $5.5 billion increase this year [21][35] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to focus more on Texas jurisdictions, with the proposed sale of its Ohio gas business aimed at reallocating nearly $1 billion of capital expenditures to support Texas operations [13][14] - The company is committed to enhancing its electric transmission system to accommodate forecasted load growth and has identified approximately 200 projects to execute over the next ten years [18][21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth prospects, citing strong economic drivers in the Houston Electric Service territory and a favorable regulatory environment [10][12] - The company expects to improve its operating cash flow, which will help fund capital investments without the need for additional common equity [41][42] Other Important Information - The company has made significant progress in regulatory filings, including a proposed settlement in its Ohio gas rate case and a distribution system resiliency investment plan totaling $3.2 billion over the next three years [30][29] - The company is exploring efficient financing options to support its growth, including the proposed sale of its Ohio gas LDC and forward sales of common equity [37][39] Q&A Session Summary Question: Timeline and expectations for the Barrow cost recovery proceeding - Management is on track with mediated sessions and hearings scheduled for next Thursday, aiming for a potential settlement framework [51][52] Question: Details on the six gigawatts load growth - Approximately two-thirds of the increase relates to data center activity, with demand expected for interconnections in late 2026 to 2028 [53][54] Question: Duration of the drag from mobile generation assets - The drag is expected to last until late 2026 or early 2027, after which these assets will become a tailwind for the company [56] Question: Capital investment plan and equity funding - The company anticipates an upward bias in capital expenditures without the need for additional common equity, with a focus on long-term growth [62][66] Question: Update on the gas LDC sale process - The company aims to announce progress on the sale by the end of the year, with a closing expected about a year later [92][93] Question: Opportunities in data centers in Indiana - The company continues to have productive discussions regarding new data center demand in Indiana, leveraging its excess capacity [94][95]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.30 on a GAAP basis and $0.29 on a non-GAAP basis for Q2 2025, compared to $0.36 in Q2 2024, indicating a decline in non-GAAP EPS year-over-year [23][6][41] - The company reaffirmed its 2025 non-GAAP EPS guidance range of $1.74 to $1.76, representing an 8% growth at the midpoint from the 2024 non-GAAP EPS of $1.62 [7][41] - The company is approximately 46% of the way to the midpoint of its full-year earnings guidance range for 2025 [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Houston Electric Service territory is experiencing strong load growth, with a forecasted peak load increase of 10 gigawatts by 2031, representing nearly a 50% increase in peak demand [8][10] - Year-over-year sales trends show an 8% increase in weather-normalized commercial and industrial sales for the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The load interconnection queue has grown by 6 gigawatts, or more than 12%, since the first quarter call, driven by diverse economic activities including data centers and advanced manufacturing [9][10] - The company anticipates that the sale of its Ohio gas business will allow for the reprioritization of nearly $1 billion in capital expenditures to support Texas jurisdictions [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company announced a $500 million increase to its capital investment plan for 2025, bringing the total capital investment plan to $5.5 billion for the year, which will be funded without issuing additional common equity [6][15] - The strategic focus is shifting more towards Texas, with the expectation that Texas will constitute over 70% of the company's portfolio after the sale of the Ohio gas business [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth prospects, citing strong economic drivers in the Houston Electric Service territory and the need for significant investments in the electric transmission system [11][20] - The company expects to see a 5% improvement in operating cash flow beginning next year, which will help fund capital investments [39] Other Important Information - The company has identified approximately 200 projects to execute over the next ten years to support the anticipated load growth [16] - The proposed settlement in the Ohio gas rate case includes a revenue requirement increase of $59.6 million [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: Timeline and expectations for the Barrow cost recovery proceeding - Management is on track and had mediated sessions to seek a potential settlement framework, with hearings scheduled for next Thursday [50] Question: Details on the six gigawatts load growth - Approximately two-thirds of the increase relates to data center activity, with demand expected for interconnections in late 2026 to 2028 [52] Question: Duration of drag from mobile generation assets - The drag in earnings is expected to last until late 2026 or early 2027, after which these assets will become a tailwind for the company [55] Question: Capital investment plan and equity funding - Management indicated an upward bias towards capital expenditures through the remainder of the decade, with potential for funding without additional common equity [61][65] Question: Update on the Ohio gas LDC sale process - The company aims to announce progress towards the end of the calendar year, with a closing expected about a year later [91] Question: Impact of SB six on interconnection interest - There has been no change in the velocity of interconnection requests despite questions around cost allocation [74] Question: Houston revitalization project alignment with city efforts - The project involves burying the interstate system around downtown Houston, allowing for significant redevelopment opportunities [76] Question: Magnitude of future capital increases without equity - Management indicated flexibility in capital spending, with potential for increases beyond the $500 million announced [86]

Group 1 - The city has been systematically upgrading old gas pipelines that are 20-30 years old, with a total planned renovation of 608.7 kilometers during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [1] - As of now, 596.7 kilometers of old gas pipelines have been updated, achieving a progress rate of 98% [1] - A recent project on Hanzhong Road involved the successful completion of a 780-meter gas pipeline upgrade in the city center, taking 18 days to finish [1] Group 2 - This year, the city has set a task to renovate 140.3 kilometers of old gas pipelines, with 128.3 kilometers already completed [2] - The renovation includes not only municipal pipelines but also courtyard and community vertical pipelines, with a specific project involving 17 buildings and 704 households [2] - The new renovation approach utilizes an "outer wall pipe original position" scheme to enhance safety and longevity of the gas pipelines [2]

Financial Performance & Growth - Black Hills Corp achieved a solid financial position with a long-term EPS growth target of 4% to 6% off the 2023 base of $3.75 per share[9] - The company targets a 55%-65% dividend payout ratio and has increased its annual dividend for 55 consecutive years[9] - The company is delivering on 2025 earnings guidance, which represents ~5% year-over-year growth, achieving 4%-6% CAGR off 2023 base[11] Capital Investment & Infrastructure - Black Hills Corp has a five-year capital forecast of $4.7 billion for 2025-2029, a 10% increase from the prior five-year plan[11] - The company's capital investment plan includes $2.4 billion for electric utilities and $2.1 billion for gas utilities[93] - The company is undertaking the Ready Wyoming Electric Transmission Initiative, a 260-mile expansion project costing $350 million[33] Data Center & Customer Growth - Black Hills Corp announced 1 GW of data center demand from existing customers, with ~500 MW in the current plan requiring minimal capital[11] - The company expects data center EPS contribution to more than double to 10%+ by 2028[17] - The company's customer count growth is more than double the population growth, with a customer count CAGR of 1.1% from 2019-2024[20, 23] Regulatory & Sustainability - The company is actively executing three to four rate reviews per year, including a filed rate review for Kansas Gas requesting recovery of $17.2 million[11, 18] - Black Hills Corp is committed to reducing GHG emissions intensity 40% by 2030 and 70% by 2040 for electric utilities (2005 baseline)[110] - The company targets Net Zero GHG emissions by 2035 for the natural gas distribution system[110]